Building a Dream B&B in France - Build A New Life in the Country - S02 EP4 - Real Estate

Witness the incredible journey of Jason and Philippa as they embark on transforming a historic Chateau in France's Loire Valley into a luxurious B&B. Follow their whirlwind romance, the challenges of renovating, and the race against time to open the doors before their wedding day. From rewiring to stunning room makeovers, join the couple on this epic adventure of love, dreams, and renovation, culminating in the grand reveal of a breathtaking Chateau.
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Embark on a life-changing journey with Build a New Life in the Country. Architect George Clarke guides families through a year-long transformation, converting old properties into dream homes. Experience the highs and lows as they navigate the emotional rollercoaster of building new lives in the countryside. Join these families on their challenging yet rewarding quest to create homes and futures in an idyllic rural setting.
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[@MB-wc7dr]

I looked them up to see where they are now. It looks like running a 5 star B and B was not what they expected. They sold the chateau after one or two years of being in business. They are living in the UK and have a daughter.

[@emgmin]

I was wondering!!

[@mkeane16]

How did you find them?

[@piper6541]

Running an air b and b is no picnic. Sad that their dream didn't work out. Thank God, they were able to sell the chateau.

[@artisan_gaia369]

Where did you find them?

[@jessrouse8475]

That's impossible Phillipa was close to 50 and out of baby making age. Lol liessss

[@happydays1336]

I'm glad they finally got help. The chateau is beautiful. She did such a great job on the curtains and color scheme.

[@annemaxwell9975]

Both should have kept working and paid trades to make the changes then they would be responsible for the aesthetics. Sometimes how you have to be humble and realise your limitations and working alone is particularly challenging. I am so glad they got there in the end.

[@troismoutonsetuntigre5988]

ha! I live near this part of France. These houses are everywhere, and it's pretty much only bedazzled foreigners who buy them because honestly, it's your entire life to upkeep something like this. This is also a pretty expensive example. Crazy.

[@rachelpatten8889]

Kudos to Phillips for beautiful colors and decor. Serene and lovely.

[@TheCrystalSurfer]

What they could have done ---- Decorate downstairs, maybe put a new bathroom downstairs, rent that out through the season -- they have an income! They move upstairs, use the rental income to do the reno, rent out each unit as they complete it, sorted!

[@sawtoothmetal]

I keep wondering why these couples don't take a measured, tiered approach like this. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@happydays1336]

Sounds great except the construction upstairs will impact the living space on the main floor because workmen will be carrying up building supplies and electricians and plasterers, etc., will be going up and down the stairs stirring up dirt and making a racket at all times of the day and maybe at night, too. There'd be paint, plaster and varnish fumes. The wife wouldn't be able to sew curtains and make bedspreads in an upstairs construction zone because she'd need a room on the clean main floor to set up her projects. There would be no privacy for a main floor renter because the upstairs rooms can only be accessed through the front door and the stairway in the foyer. These stairs won't be separate from the main floor so a renter won't have any privacy. Finishing and renting out one bedroom at a time upstairs would be very unpleasant for guests for the same reasons. I'm not sure if guests would want to spend a lot of money to stay in a noisy, dirty construction zone with workmen's trucks and supplies piled up in the yard.

[@suzib777]

I am amazed at their ability to renovate this 19th century French chateau, getting the materials speaking broken French, Phillipa in Scotland, arranging for their wedding, etc. Amazing!!

[@craigchisholm924]

I think some of the comments are a bit harsh on this couple. They have done brilliantly with that job. The only thing i would not have done is added the pressure of the wedding so quick as there was no need for it. All it did was add more pressure and stress whilst also draining more money. Other than that... well done for chasing your dreams guys! Hope you make a huge go of it .

[@1sweetlittleprincess]

Agree, the wedding seemed unnecessary but having looked at her age (late 30s), I think that had a lot to do with it

[@jackiemederos3138]

The Host of this show is sooo handsome, I love watching restoration shows and more if the host is so fine...that smile.....love it.

[@jackiemederos3138]

@Bob Carruthers are you serious? you mean he is gay?

[@LS-xh9nz]

Odd amount of vitriol below. Enjoyable view at a lovely house. The couple are dreamers, it’s true, but I enjoyed their spirit.

[@lc4011]

George is always such a wet blanket. LOL, hilarious and adorable! Jason watched too many DIY shows...they always make it look so easy and fast but in real life, no way,

[@MaZEEZaM]

Trying to wire your on home or even fix anything electrical without being qualified to do so is EXTREMELY risky, life threatening if you make mistakes. There is a reason many countries make it illegal to do your own electrics.

[@Joleve]

Wow 🤩.

[@F-J.]

Covering the stone walls is sacrilege 🥺

[@elisestrydom1081]

Love, love, love what you have done in- and outside. You have great style and I love every aspect. Well done and congratulations on your wedding.

[@seviregis7441]

Absolutely stunning and serene. Great job, I hope they get the funds to finish and live in peace. Sweet couple

[@williamdeoradesilva9444]

Great love story! Congratulations to you both!!!

[@theorganicnaturalvegan8462]

Some people like to make life hard for themselves! The house is lovely though!

[@ThallesValle]

24:50 the mom talking about several boyfriends, hahahahaha

[@scouser2010ify]

Mum

[@happydays1336]

@@scouser2010ify Americans don't say "mum" they call their mothers "mom."

[@scouser2010ify]

@@happydays1336 why tho I don’t get it 😂 what’s wrong with mum 😂

[@sagelavender3281]

I absolutely Loved this video!!!!!!!!!! Thank you for sharing the weeding as well!

[@emmajohnson3041]

This couple also featured on ‘Building the Dream’ presented by Charlie Luxton. They sold the house they renovated for just under 2million

[@dandylionriver]

Wow.

[@georginagreaves6373]

Do you hve the link for tht pls? I would love to see tht! Thnks

[@cbisme6414]

@@georginagreaves6373 check the comments for more info, I've just read it before yours

[@1sweetlittleprincess]

Nice bit of profit. Well done them!

[@F-J.]

GORGEOUS RESULTS 👏👏👏👏

[@amysbees6686]

This was an extremely overambitious plan, with the reno work alone, but to add a wedding was highly unrealistic. Imho they should have had a tiny civil wedding, get the business going, THEN have a party for their family and friends.

[@kristinerickson8350]

Glad it worked out.

[@Capkirk]

They shouldn’t have to settle on a wedding. Yes it did sound realistic but they did it the way they wanted and it looked beautiful. Hopefully they live happily ever after

[@canisdeumnox4925]

She complained about not having more control over the build.. But she had 100% of the wedding. Typical female.

[@scouser2010ify]

Who do people with no building,plumbing or electric experience decide to try and do these jobs! Winds me up lmao

[@MaZEEZaM]

Complete morons thats who, especially in regards to the electrics.

[@mellie4174]

Yup and it ends up costing them so much!

[@kackerlakensalat]

Need for adventure

[@glendafulcher3142]

Well at least their having ago

[@scouser2010ify]

@@glendafulcher3142 potentially doing more damage than good with a building like this

[@amelkaamelka6809]

It,s just beautiful!!! Great job darlings🥰❤️🌻

[@perlitacardenas8067]

Congratulations to the couple! You made it with sheer determination

[@toodlesoops7761]

Cheers and hallelujah for a beautifully inspiring love story and reno - wow - they are a perfect couple and we wish them a lifetime of joy and happiness!

[@lydiarowe491]

Bringing pressure to bare on this project...not thinking it could be pulled off..well done to be so sure..happy days to both..⭐

[@resnonverba137]

Bear...

[@donsarde]

Hope they have really thought out all the difficulties that come leaving your country and starting a new in another one. The Loire region is one of the most beautiful parts of France.

[@jamiepan3608]

Wow, what a beautiful story.

[@lovelyskull3483]

I would stay in this home as is. Gorgeous!

[@janicerobinson2970]

Well Done Both It is Lovely Chateau

[@milliebanks7209]

Josh what an undertaking! I wish them luck but will come back to check in on the progress

[@monaarchy2367]

wow so wonderful

[@mayradell3953]

wonderful beautiful George!!!

[@hutoxipatel3610]

U both are blessed n made for each other couple. U both have have achieved ur mission of ur dream palace. Amazing Awesome n ur hard work paid u both v well

[@charlo90952]

don't use u as an abbreviation

[@shoshanabloom8669]

Why pay so. I have for a wedding. Just have a simple ceremony and use the money for the work.

[@sallygardiner7150]

They weren't paying for the wedding. It is amazing what you can achieve when you have an important deadline!

[@lyndaparker2969]

Looks like it should be one man and his lady.....good job!! I also love creating .....on a smaller scale, of course.

[@MaZEEZaM]

Its extremely dangerous working on a building site all on your own without anyone else visiting site to check on you. He would have been far better off continuing to work while hiring professionals to do the work.

[@davidknight8172]

Totally agree.

[@mariekiraly100]

Problem with working, and not being able to supervise, is that a contractor will make many mistakes and forget stuff. I've been involved with many renovations and remodels, and someone HAS to literally babysit everyone, ALL the time.

[@davidknight8172]

Can see both sides .

[@charliefoster3221]

Jason had big dreams with no direction. The woman trusted him a wee bit too much. Yes, get a contractor.

[@chadsimmons6347]

@@mariekiraly100 Im 5-thousand miles away and see his plumbing is lousy, its not easy to do what professionals like me have spent 30-yrs being paid to do

[@saibliss7976]

What a pretty Kitty 💕💖💕💖

[@garyhaber333]

My dream house. Enjoy. Cheers.

[@mariekiraly100]

It's looking good. It still looks pretty empty. They need a lot of artwork on the walls, and more furniture. It's not 5 star yet. Hard to do a 5 star B&B without the proper funds. Nice couple.

[@liskofod8711]

Finaly she did some handy work 😬

[@Militarywidow]

Is it only me or is there others that think George could be the real life Prince Eric from Ariel lol

[@destinydelaney1621]

he should have advertised for volunteers to help crazy trying to do this on his own, beautiful property

[@KingdomIsNow]

Though it is beautiful, I could never live so far from the city. OMG! So isolated. I would feel so strange.

[@militzamadrid462]

Great.

[@susanbrown2909]

Might as well buy one mostly done up...cos it takes longer to get into your business venture. He should put out a request for voluntary help..or drawn friends n family.

[@LadyIarConnacht]

Knocking holes in three foot stone walls was nuts. They could have simply put the door to the bathroom off the "sitting room" or just made it ensuite within each bedroom.

[@linadukstaite6046]

I would not go to the place where is no doors on the bathroom

[@paloma2364]

@@linadukstaite6046 Yeah, I've never been able to understand that bizarre trend of not putting doors to bathrooms. Yuck.

[@LadyIarConnacht]

@@linadukstaite6046 Who said anything about no doors?

[@nevets7152]

I would have at least 4 distribution boards in house that size , to British standards of course. Steve in Thailand.

[@LightworkerLissa]

I loved this so much, but just watching stressed me out. lol I hope this B&B made it and they are doing well.

[@jellybeanparis584]

Melissa - I am watching it now but it’s such a wonderful dream to own this property in the Loire Valley

[@mariansmith7694]

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL & so French. Good job & CONGRATULATIONS!

[@patriciakelly69]

I agree with the comment below. It’s too much for one person to take on. Good luck.

[@mandofan2616]

There's a thing called postponement, where you postponethe weddding until a further date. This thing about always having deadlines is so annoying.

[@tomasviane3844]

The obsession with this wedding made me a bit nauseus, but well done.

[@mariekiraly100]

LOL!! Me too!!

[@happydays1336]

It's not an obsession for the bride when it comes to her wedding, but maybe it is for the groom because he doesn't do anything.

[@justcurious3514]

It feels like a red flag that they're choosing to plan their wedding on top of this project they already can't finish... it's like so unnecessary for them to do a wedding in the middle of this like it seems unreal that anyone would think that was a good idea

[@N-A-uw5fp]

Wish they showed where their living area is. Hope they do an update show.

[@jeanetteshawredden5643]

They sold it and moved on.

[@pauljames9393]

-----------I wouldnt touch that with a barge pole. Always start at the bottom and work your way up. George should point out the consequences if all fails and other options to turn to. As a family we currently have six properties in France and are fully aware a dream could become a nightmare. I hope it worked out well for them though.

[@1sweetlittleprincess]

Surely you start at the top and work your way down?

[@cafe80sarigachu]

They can make it to a hostel for people who wants vacation out of the city life and for vlogger.

[@judyspaulding4141]

Do some weddings on the grounds.

[@tweetybird2851]

These two are such lovely people. How do we contact them to come and stay at their B & B?

[@nata3467]

trip advisor- they sold it though

[@jeanetteshawredden5643]

They already sold this b&b. Only stayed 1 or 2 years after finishing the remodel.

[@evelynbyrd4961]

What is happening this month? July, 2020. Has lockdown hurt these lovely two people and their Chateau business? Please, let us know...e

[@blabla-wx6kc]

this video was filmed in 06 so they probably went bankrupt ages ago

[@maireadmaguire7509]

xoBlockblasters adventure 😂

[@1sweetlittleprincess]

They sold for 2m apparently just a couple of years later

[@midgie4410]

I would love to be a guest here!

[@4WDIESEL1]

they no longer own this place Anna and Paul own this house now. god knows what happened to these two in the show. super expensive place to stay. 1 Route de Nérondes, 18350 Charly, France VPXW+M7 Charly, France chateaucharly.com [phone]

[@midgie4410]

@@4WDIESEL1 Ok. Thanx for sharing. Due to Covid-19,there are travel restrictions,so wasn't able to get a price

[@shicruisin7004]

@@4WDIESEL1 Whaaaat? Noooo! What happened to this dream??? Money troubles? They weren't able to keep up the maintenance/running costs of the Chateau? What happened? Hopefully they got a good price for it and had enough left after paying back the mortgage & other bills? Wonder where they are living now and what they're doing? Back to their 9 to 5's??? If so, that's really sad! If so, at least this was a good learning curve and they will try again later? This time knowing what it takes and planning properly? Are they still married I wonder?

[@amysbees6686]

@Shi Cruisin I honestly wonder.

[@christopherstreet2214]

I wonder why these don’t air in the states

[@sallygardiner7150]

Where are they living? Are there attic rooms?

[@nancyn347]

Why oh why do couples in these episodes always set themselves impossibly high expectations for completion? And they add other stuff to the renovations, like weddings, or new businesses. Don't expect to open a business at the exact same time you think you're going to complete the reno! And don't get married until you've lived in the place for a while. Talk about high anxiety! Thanks for the upload.

[@ellee2937]

How come George Clark looks like a slimmer & younger version of himself in this video? 🤔 lol how many years is this video ? 😄

[@artisan_gaia369]

2006 so over 16 years ago. He still looks good now though!

[@riftalope]

One ad. "2 builder-boarders wanted... housing in lu of pay. ... Food included.

[@florentinalily]

young George clarke... film must be at least 20 years old

[@ChristineKelly1000]

It was done in 2006.

[@linadukstaite6046]

It was pain to watch really? What for those weddings? And how not to advertise it on time?

[@bridgetmcarthur155]

They didn't last. They did get married and had a daughter. They no longer own the chateau.

[@svietka202]

r they still together?

[@bridgetmcarthur155]

@@svietka202 It appears they are

[@GirladyLocks]

I knew I'd be sorry if I read the comments!

[@jenaemarieAZ]

Oh noooooooo!

[@mkeane16]

£600,000 in 2006! Bet it worth bucks now!

[@ChristineKelly1000]

Apparently they sold it for £2 million and returned to Britain and now have a daughter.

[@sanazmoharrer]

I wonder how to get in touch, book for ?

[@sandranaylor2348]

They are not young but they were so unrealistic about the work that needed doing.

[@patallojomom]

Sandra Naylor he had changed a washer in the bathroom sink....

[@resnonverba137]

To piddle around cluelessly with the electrics was simply daft. Also quite pointless to decide to get married during the works. What is the matter with people? I take the accuracy programme of this with a pinch of salt but the results were very impressive.

[@mariemartino1310]

Quelqu'un sait si ils sont toujours en France ? Ou si ils ont revendu ?

[@georgiank]

how can I to find this house on airbnb? what is name of this house? please tell me

[@b.m824]

Chateau Charly. Tripadvisor

[@jeanetteshawredden5643]

They sold it after 1 or 2 years and are not there now.

[@blabla-wx6kc]

only 600k?!!

[@issievdhorst]

SEEN

[@christopherjameslee3341]

I found this episode extremely irritating.

[@pinktiger9705]

They are now divorced and the mansion has burned down.

[@toddwilliams5905]

@@pinktiger9705 Wow, so sad

[@mariekiraly100]

@@pinktiger9705 LOL!

[@brianduffy1338]

@@toddwilliams5905 Not necessarily true. Many other comments on this feed suggest that after a few years they sold for 2M and moved back top UK and now have a child.

[@rpitt5066]

Where are they located?

[@SweetLoveTarot]

The Loire Valley near Bourges

[@rpitt5066]

@@SweetLoveTarot thank you.

[@4WDIESEL1]

they no longer own this place Anna and Paul own this house now. god knows what happened to these two in the show. super expensive place to stay. 1 Route de Nérondes, 18350 Charly, France VPXW+M7 Charly, France chateaucharly.com [phone]

[@rpitt5066]

@@4WDIESEL1 thank you for the update

[@danamartin6517]

majo

[@grassabrutta]

cats and breakfasts eh ? ... that boy is always in the kitchen ... cooking up a storm instead of ...

[@nancyn347]

This estate is unsustainable for this couple. Expensive to run, and the landscaping hasn't even been done yet. The sheer size of the estate means you would need help to run it. Gardening, housekeeping, so much labour is needed to keep the place looking like a 5 star B&B. There's a reason why these old estates are abandoned. You need deep pockets.

[@stevil.]

Where are they now ?

[@jeanetteshawredden5643]

They sold it and moved away.

[@louisedumais6496]

these people have since sold this

[@nevets7152]

How do you know.

[@ramaporiver803]

He better stick to making charts.......this guy is way over his head and they don't have enough money....

[@tyronegray4036]

This show should be a warning about priorities!!! They buy a huge home with no end of work in sight, and she wants her parents to pay for a wedding!!! Really?!

[@biddydibdab9180]

I don’t believe that all they achieved was done on 65,000 pounds. The fixtures, paint and furnishings alone would have eaten up more than that amount of money. Then there was the bedding, reupholstering of old furniture, etc. etc. No way.

[@Engelhafen]

Aberdeen oil industry is the high life? Lol

[@chrisjones3901]

Clean I'll give them that but rather soulless,no chateau character of france

[@robinccc]

Can a Scottish freely move to France and buy properties there and live for ever. Whatever happened to visas and citizenships?

[@cbisme6414]

@Robin I've wondered that too, especially all those who've settled in Euro countries, what will happen when UK is no longer part of it?

[@blabla-wx6kc]

ikr

[@keepadriansinging8062]

They could’ve before brexit

[@twinsonic]

That show is 15 years old..no issues then.

[@ivanolsen7966]

the dinning chairs and sequin dresses .... mmm ... me thinks not

[@getin3949]

Maybe they were counting on wedding money to fill the coffers???

[@shicruisin7004]

and if their family and friends paid attention, that's also what they will gift them! I hope!

[@Blessings.429]

Do Go fund me, or look at : Work force I think it’s voluntary 5 hrs work for bed and bored. Or anything else that gives you a volunteers..well there you are 6yrs on

[@louisedumais6496]

why would anyone want to donate to this project, they obviously took on more than they could handle. Seems to me you would just be trowing away good money

[@dalaiw]

"Go fund Me" wasn't a thing 15 years ago.

[@alfiebargatemtb4576]

She wants to marry him after buying a mansion and making him to do the work she deffo wants a devors when it’s done to take that house or half the money 😂

[@meganlawson4575]

She.was working and.paying the mortgage.

[@F-J.]

Two words for ya ... GOOGLE TRANSLATE ! 🙂🙂

[@user-zj3cn4wt4u]

No door from the bedroom to the bathroom??!!!!!!

[@evelynbyrd4961]

Do you have a Patron Page? People want to help your dreams come true. They do, really...e

[@Rachel-ub3nw]

Ok I get trying to do things yourself, however u do need to hire an electrician. U can't mess around with the electrics. I also am not too keen on the lady.